Just say no to boring, nutrient void salads! That iceberg lettuce just isn’t adding much to boost your health or build up your body. This easy salad is packed with nutrients to build strong bones and muscles: Healthy fats in avocado and almonds Calcium, magnesium,...
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Friday Foodspiration: Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps
All the complex flavors of Thai take out without the questionable ingredients or allergens like peanut oils, soy, and MSG. The good news is, herbs like ginger, turmeric, and cilantro often found in Thai cuisine are anti inflammatory and aid in detoxification. So when...
6 Healthy Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
The yearly feast day honoring St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, has become synonymous with good beer, loud music, greasy food, and all things green. But there is no need to act like a college kid at a frat party just to have a good time on this holiday. There...
7 Ways to Support Your Daughter to Achieve in Athletics and Beyond
A recent Gallup poll provides exciting news for female student athletes and their parents. Researchers found that former female athletes outperformed other college graduates on important career and life outcomes long after their playing days were over. In fact, girls...
Friday Foodspiration: Maple Roasted Nuts
The health benefits of nuts are numerous and they are an all time favorite snack in our house. I try my best to steer my family toward nuts and seeds instead of other packaged pantry foods. Why am I nuts about nuts? They are high in nutrients our body needs to...
Top 5 Nutritional Strategies to Reduce Joint Pain
We often get questions about the best medication to take for joint pain or arthritis. Usually, they already tried over the counter Tylenol or Ibuprofen. Often times, a doctor even prescribed an anti-inflammatory pain medication to address the symptoms. Friends,...
10 Health Benefits of Having a Pet
We all love our pets, they are part of our family and we are dedicated to caring for them. Sometimes we don’t realize the good they are doing for us. We all know our pets add joy to our life, but they may also add years to our life.. In fact, everyone in your...
Friday Foodspiration: Roasted Carrot Salad
Salads are a great way to get a few servings of vegetables into one meal. But, salads used to be reserved for summer at our house when produce such as tomatoes and peppers were plentiful. The past few winters, I have found a love for roasting root vegetables to add to...
How to Keep Your Family Moving During the Cold Winter Months
Do you find yourself or your family spending a lot more time on the sofa or in front of a screen during the winter months? It is normal for all of us to want to hibernate and stay cozy when it’s cold outside, but we can’t forget to balance this with intentional...
Friday Foodspiration: Cacao Truffles
Who doesn’t have a chocolate craving occasionally? Luckily, there are healthy ways to indulge. These truffles are full of healthy fat, protein, fiber, and antioxidants. The key is to use unprocessed cacao powder that hasn’t been stripped of its natural nutritional...